Xi Jinping Advocates for US-China Cooperation Over Rivalry

Chinese President Xi Jinping advocated for a cooperative partnership with the United States, stating, "Our two countries should be partners rather than rivals." This call for cooperation was made in a written statement released by Chinese state media on September 24, 2026, hours after he received a very warm welcome from President Donald Trump during a state visit to the United States. In the written statement, publicized by the official Xinhua News Agency, Xi Jinping stated, "Our two countries should be partners rather than rivals. The Chinese and American people have a long-standing friendship, and our interests are deeply intertwined." President Xi further expressed his anticipation for in-depth exchanges of views with President Trump on major issues concerning bilateral relations and the global situation. He asserted that both countries should work together to promote a stable relationship characterized by cooperation at its core, defined competition, manageable differences, and a peaceful vision. He also expressed confidence that his visit would yield fruitful results, enhance the well-being of the people of both countries, and bring new hope for world peace. It is worth noting that during this visit, major global media reported that complex and sensitive topics discussed between the two top leaders were expected to include trade, technological competition, particularly in the field of artificial intelligence (AI), and China's diplomatic and economic support for Iran.